La Cocina (2024)
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| Theatrical Performance | ||
| Domestic Box Office | n/a | |
| International Box Office | $471,789 | Details |
| Worldwide Box Office | $471,789 | |
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Synopsis
In the heart of a bustling Times Square kitchen, dreams and desperation collide as the back-of-house staff each chase the elusive American dream. When money goes missing from the register, the spotlight falls on Pedro, a passionate dreamer entangled in a tumultuous love affair with Julia, a waitress grappling with her own commitments. As tensions rise and shocking revelations unfold, the relentless pace of the kitchen threatens to shatter the hopes and aspirations of those who keep it running. It’s a high-stakes drama that explores the intersection of the personal ambition and systemic exploitation of undocumented immigrant workers within the pressure-cooker environment of a Times Square New York restaurant.
Metrics
Movie Details
| Domestic Releases: | November 1st, 2024 (Limited) by WILLA |
| International Releases: | November 7th, 2024 (Limited) (Mexico)
November 8th, 2024 (Limited) (Spain) November 15th, 2024 (Limited), released as Povești din bucătărie (Romania) November 29th, 2024 (Limited), released as Mutfak (Turkey) December 5th, 2024 (Limited) (Netherlands) ... Show all releases |
| Video Release: | May 2nd, 2025 by Mubi |
| MPA Rating: | R for pervasive language, sexual content, and graphic nudity. (Rating bulletin 2850 (cert #55160), 9/3/2024) |
| Running Time: | 139 minutes |
| Film festival: | Berlin International Film Festival 2024 |
| Geographical setting: | Manhattan, New York, New York City |
| Plot point: | Abortion, Restaurants |
| Release detail: | Festival Acquisition |
| Subgenre: | Life Drama |
| Source: | Based on Play |
| Genre: | Drama |
| Production Method: | Live Action |
| Creative Type: | Contemporary Fiction |
| Production Countries: | Mexico, United States |
| Languages: | Spanish, English |
Top International Territories
Box Office Summary Per Territory
| Territory | Release Date |
Opening Weekend |
Opening Weekend Screens/Theaters |
Maximum Screens/Theaters |
Theatrical Engagements |
Total Box Office |
Report Date |
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|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Australia | 5/15/2025 | $8,588 | 24 | 24 | 0 | $32,235 | 4/6/2026 | |||
| China | 2/28/2025 | $36,249 | 0 | 0 | 0 | $85,347 | 4/6/2026 | |||
| Finland | 5/23/2025 | $10,849 | 51 | 51 | 91 | $37,029 | 4/21/2026 | |||
| Italy | 6/5/2025 | $18,495 | 0 | 0 | 0 | $83,583 | 4/4/2026 | |||
| Netherlands | 12/5/2024 | $40,734 | 37 | 41 | 117 | $135,906 | 12/23/2024 | |||
| New Zealand | 5/15/2025 | $2,057 | 14 | 14 | 0 | $5,475 | 4/6/2026 | |||
| Romania | 11/15/2024 | $6,559 | 19 | 19 | 46 | $9,928 | 12/4/2024 | |||
| Spain | 11/8/2024 | $18,322 | 64 | 64 | 64 | $18,494 | 11/14/2024 | |||
| Turkey | 11/29/2024 | $3,798 | 20 | 20 | 23 | $8,969 | 12/12/2024 | |||
| United Kingdom | 3/28/2025 | $54,823 | 55 | 55 | 55 | $54,823 | 4/4/2026 | |||
| International Total | $471,789 | 4/21/2026 | ||||||||
Note: Territories vary in whether they report screens or theaters. Full details on international box office data are available via our OpusData service.
Leading
| Raul Briones | Pedro | |
| Rooney Mara | Julia |
Production and Technical Credits
| Alonso Ruizpalacios | Director | |
| Alonso Ruizpalacios | Screenwriter | |
| Arnold Wesker | Story based on the play “The Kitchen” by | |
| Lauren Mann | Producer | |
| Ramiro Ruiz | Producer | |
| Ivan Orlic | Producer | |
| Gerardo Gatica | Producer | |
| Juan Pablo Ramirez | Director of Photography |
Cast and crew with above-the-line roles are marked in bold. The line marks the division between above-the-line and below-the-line roles.
Full financial estimates for this film, including domestic and international box office, video sales, video rentals, TV and ancillary revenue are available through our research services. For more information, please contact us at research@the-numbers.com.
Synopsis
In the heart of a bustling Times Square kitchen, dreams and desperation collide as the back-of-house staff each chase the elusive American dream. When money goes missing from the register, the spotlight falls on Pedro, a passionate dreamer entangled in a tumultuous love affair with Julia, a waitress grappling with her own commitments. As tensions rise and shocking revelations unfold, the relentless pace of the kitchen threatens to shatter the hopes and aspirations of those who keep it running. It’s a high-stakes drama that explores the intersection of the personal ambition and systemic exploitation of undocumented immigrant workers within the pressure-cooker environment of a Times Square New York restaurant.
Metrics
Movie Details
| Domestic Releases: | November 1st, 2024 (Limited) by WILLA |
| International Releases: | November 7th, 2024 (Limited) (Mexico)
November 8th, 2024 (Limited) (Spain) November 15th, 2024 (Limited), released as Povești din bucătărie (Romania) November 29th, 2024 (Limited), released as Mutfak (Turkey) December 5th, 2024 (Limited) (Netherlands) ... Show all releases |
| Video Release: | May 2nd, 2025 by Mubi |
| MPA Rating: | R for pervasive language, sexual content, and graphic nudity. (Rating bulletin 2850 (cert #55160), 9/3/2024) |
| Running Time: | 139 minutes |
| Film festival: | Berlin International Film Festival 2024 |
| Geographical setting: | Manhattan, New York, New York City |
| Plot point: | Abortion, Restaurants |
| Release detail: | Festival Acquisition |
| Subgenre: | Life Drama |
| Source: | Based on Play |
| Genre: | Drama |
| Production Method: | Live Action |
| Creative Type: | Contemporary Fiction |
| Production Countries: | Mexico, United States |
| Languages: | Spanish, English |
Top International Territories
Box Office Summary Per Territory
| Territory | Release Date |
Opening Weekend |
Opening Weekend Screens/Theaters |
Maximum Screens/Theaters |
Theatrical Engagements |
Total Box Office |
Report Date |
|||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Australia | 5/15/2025 | $8,588 | 24 | 24 | 0 | $32,235 | 4/6/2026 | |||
| China | 2/28/2025 | $36,249 | 0 | 0 | 0 | $85,347 | 4/6/2026 | |||
| Finland | 5/23/2025 | $10,849 | 51 | 51 | 91 | $37,029 | 4/21/2026 | |||
| Italy | 6/5/2025 | $18,495 | 0 | 0 | 0 | $83,583 | 4/4/2026 | |||
| Netherlands | 12/5/2024 | $40,734 | 37 | 41 | 117 | $135,906 | 12/23/2024 | |||
| New Zealand | 5/15/2025 | $2,057 | 14 | 14 | 0 | $5,475 | 4/6/2026 | |||
| Romania | 11/15/2024 | $6,559 | 19 | 19 | 46 | $9,928 | 12/4/2024 | |||
| Spain | 11/8/2024 | $18,322 | 64 | 64 | 64 | $18,494 | 11/14/2024 | |||
| Turkey | 11/29/2024 | $3,798 | 20 | 20 | 23 | $8,969 | 12/12/2024 | |||
| United Kingdom | 3/28/2025 | $54,823 | 55 | 55 | 55 | $54,823 | 4/4/2026 | |||
| International Total | $471,789 | 4/21/2026 | ||||||||
Note: Territories vary in whether they report screens or theaters. Full details on international box office data are available via our OpusData service.
Leading
| Raul Briones | Pedro | |
| Rooney Mara | Julia |
Production and Technical Credits
| Alonso Ruizpalacios | Director | |
| Alonso Ruizpalacios | Screenwriter | |
| Arnold Wesker | Story based on the play “The Kitchen” by | |
| Lauren Mann | Producer | |
| Ramiro Ruiz | Producer | |
| Ivan Orlic | Producer | |
| Gerardo Gatica | Producer | |
| Juan Pablo Ramirez | Director of Photography |
Cast and crew with above-the-line roles are marked in bold. The line marks the division between above-the-line and below-the-line roles.
Full financial estimates for this film, including domestic and international box office, video sales, video rentals, TV and ancillary revenue are available through our research services. For more information, please contact us at research@the-numbers.com.